Cultural exploration Community Just down the road in Rocky Mount is an exceptional music venue that has quickly made a name for itself with top local, regional and national musicians. Acclaimed for its intimate setting and stellar acoustics, taking in a show at the Harvester Performance Center is a must-do with your mates when you visit SML. Little Town Players is a community theater that presents four productions each year in Bedford. JEAN SKIPPER Center in the Square hosts a variety of regional arts, educational opportunities and cultural organizations in downtown Roanoke. A nonprofit organization, the Smith Mountain Arts Council coordinates visual, performing and literary arts opportunities for SML residents of all ages. Annual events include plays presented by the Lake Players, photo and art shows, musical productions featuring the Lakeside Singers, coffeehouse-style concerts and other special events. SMAC also offers a number of community outreach programs and forums for skill development in photography, music and literary arts. smac-arts.com 50 | VISITSMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM LYRICS ON THE LAKEhttp://www.smac-arts.com http://www.VISITSMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM